Lazy Day Cake Recipe

This unbelievably easy Lazy Day Cake recipe, submitted by Lillian Marcotte, is a delightful dessert that's perfect for busy weeknights! Get ready to enjoy a moist, tender cake with a crunchy, golden brown topping in under an hour. Minimal effort, maximum deliciousness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 336.8 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for Lazy Day Cake

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How to Make Lazy Day Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. Cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1/2 cup milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. While the cake is baking, prepare the topping: In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts), and 1/4 cup melted butter.
  8. Once the cake is baked, let it cool for 10 minutes in the pan before spreading the topping evenly over the warm cake.
  9. Place the cake under the broiler (3-5 inches from the heat source) for 3-5 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  10. Let the cake cool completely before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

128g

Fat

46g

Carbs

16g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lazy Day Cake?

Lazy Day Cake takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lazy Day Cake?

Lazy Day Cake has approximately 336.8 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lazy Day Cake?

The key ingredients for Lazy Day Cake are Butter, Sugar, Egg, Vanilla Extract, Flour, Baking Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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